Delaware, Missouri facts for kids

Delaware is a small, quiet place in eastern Shannon County, Missouri, a state in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

This community is located near a stream called Mahans Creek. If you were to travel about four miles southwest from the town of Eminence, Missouri, you would find Delaware.

History of Delaware

The name "Delaware" for this community comes from the Delaware Indians, also known as the Lenape people. They are a Native American tribe with a rich history.

The Post Office in Delaware

For a while, Delaware had its own post office. It was opened in 1923, which means people living there could send and receive mail right in their community. The post office served the area for several years before it closed down in 1941.